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I'm not arguing about Balmer, I'm saying that Bill's decision is probably nothing to do with Balmer or the state of the company. Why don't you re-read my original comment?

Here; I've highlighted the key parts for you:

" he's selling because he doesn't want the stock anymore therefore Balmer being replaced as CEO is unlikely to be an influencing factor."

Many things have happened since Aug 23rd that could affect the stock price. It's ridiculous to claim that such a change over such a timespan is due to only one event.

It's more likely this is simply diversification away from huge holdings of a stock that can change (up or down) by 25% in such a short period of time.

All the eggs in one basket and all that.